Cost of Living

What does it cost to live in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico?

The cost of living here in Puerto Vallarta is less than half of what you are used to in Canada. Everyday food items are locally grown and organic. Below is a link to a couple of websites showing normal average expenses. Of course you can always pay more but once you get to know the area, you can also pay less. Yes, we have Costco, Sam's Club and Walmart here, where you will pay the same as US prices, but we also have the Mexican supermarkets, Soriana's, Ley, and Mega for less. My preference is to buy my fruits and vegetables and meats from the farmer's markets at a fraction of the supermarket prices.

Here are two scenarios, one based on renting with no car and the other based on owning a two bedroom condo with a car, neither one on the beach but within walking distance. As you can see, it is entirely possible to live on a social security income of $1200/month simply and comfortably. If you have more to spend or invest, then the sky is the limit.